Just as with humans, dogs can suffer from oral problems like:          

  • Bad Breath
  • Build-up of saliva, bacteria, and food on teeth (plaque)
  • A hard yellow or brown residue on teeth (tartar)
  • Swollen, bleeding, or irritated gums
  • Pain
 

Improving teeth and gum health. Dogs that chew actively have less plaque build-up. And some types of dogs dental treats and diets can reduce plaque by nearly 70%. How do they do this? Simply the mechanical action of chewing can make a difference. In one study, increasing the diameter of kibble by 50% led to a 42% reduction in tartar. In the same study, coating the products with a substance called polyphosphate further reduced tartar by 55%.    

Reducing bad breath in dogs. It is not uncommon for a dog’s breath to be slightly unpleasant. This is often the result of bacteria build-up in the mouth and can be a sign that your dog needs better dental or gum care. However, it’s not a bad idea to check with your vet to make sure bad breath is not a sign of an underlying medical problem.         

In addition to professional cleaning and regular tooth brushing, certain dog treats are also formulated to help improve breath. Hard chew toys may also help.    

At Highland Pets, We Carry & Recommend Following Solutions:         

  1. Yummy Honey Dental Combs
  2. Minties
  3. Himalayan Happy Teeth Chews
  4. Zukes Zbone
  5. Mammoth Flossy Rope Toy
  6. Snugarooz - Snugz Spike-O-Mite Rope Tug  
  7. Spot Bam-Bones Plus Dental Chew Toy
  8. Tropiclean Oral Solutions
  9. Kong Dental Stick
  10. Nylabone Double Action Chew Bone
 

Credits:pets.webmd.com